Program Coordinator

About the Department

Program CoordinatorDepartment: ASPH Exercise SciencePart/Full Time: Full TimeAdvertised Salary Range:About UofSCFrom the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Advertised Job SummaryThe Department of Exercise Science is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Program Coordinator to support the successful implementation of several Arnold Healthy Kids Initiative research projects.Working under general supervision, the Program Coordinator will coordinate the day-to-day operations of the studies by assisting with project planning, participant recruitment and retention, staff coordination, data collection activities, and regulatory compliance. The position plays a key role in maintaining project timelines, monitoring study quality, preparing Institutional Review Board (IRB ) materials, and tracking research progress. The Program Coordinator will collaborate closely with investigators, research staff, and community partners to ensure projects are conducted efficiently, meet established milestones, and adhere to study protocols and regulatory requirements.This position is ideal for a collaborative professional with strong organizational, communication, and project management skills who is passionate about supporting high-quality research. 

Position Duties

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities• Expertise in the use of computers and the Internet.• A working knowledge of the Microsoft Office package.• Experience or interest working with young children.• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to effectively interact with parents, community partner personnel, children, and the community at large.

Other Qualifications

Job Close Date08/30/2026Special Instructions to ApplicantPositions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.    We are only accepting applications submitted by August 30, 2026. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/7335653EEO StatementThe University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.https://www.jobelephant.com/      

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EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208 Phone803-777-3821